Classes & Events
Guiding towards financial stability and self-reliance
Nimiipuu Fund's financial education classes serve as empowering platforms, guiding individuals and communities toward financial stability and self-reliance.
Rooted in cultural wisdom and tailored to specific Native American contexts, these classes provide essential knowledge on budgeting, saving, investing, and managing credit. They emphasize traditional values of communal support, responsible stewardship, and long-term planning, aligning with the holistic approach to wealth often valued in Native cultures. By imparting practical financial skills within the cultural framework, these classes not only enhance individual financial well-being but also strengthen the economic resilience of Native American communities, fostering a future of prosperity and self-determination.
The Basics of Starting Your Own Business
Do you have a small business dream? Are you ready to turn that dream into a reality? Then this workshop is for you! We will show you where and how to use your research to build your business plan and the importance of starting your business plan with a sturdy foundation. The Zoom link will be…
Women’s Small Business Transportation Summit
The US Department of Transportation’s Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) would like to invite you to participate in the 4th ANNUAL WOMEN’S SMALL BUSINESS TRANSPORTATION SUMMIT. In observance of Women’s History Month, we invite you to join a virtual Woman-Owned Small Business and Matchmaking event on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, from 10:00 AM until…
Farmland Preservation and Fostering Wildlife Habitat on Your Farm or Ranch
Learn about farmland preservation efforts in Idaho, including conservation easments and support for habitat enhancement on your farm or ranch.
Protecting Your Identity
This class can help you understand your rights and responsibilities within the financial marketplace, how to protect yourself from identity theft and fraud, and what you can do if you’ve been affected by identity theft, fraud, or a problem with a financial product or service. • Protecting your identity. • How to handle identity theft.…
Homebuyer Education
Kamiah KamiahDiscover the intricacies and advantages of home ownership, along with the associated responsibilities and maintenance considerations. This comprehensive guide covers a range of topics, including the significance of budgeting and savings, strategies for improving credit, calculating affordability, navigating tribal land issues, exploring program and loan options, understanding the steps involved in the loan and construction…
Native Enterprise Program
This unique 9-week business development course led by Native entrepreneurs is designed to offer invaluable insights into the intricacies of launching and/or sustaining a business as a Native entrepreneur. Our program is composed of eight dynamic modules, each rooted in personal narratives and captivating stories told by successful Native business owners. The 9th week is…
Financial and Business Development Resources for Farmers and Ranchers
Join us to learn about financial resources available through the USDA Farm Services Agency and AgWest Farm Credit and business development support available from Idaho's Small Business Development Centers.
Scale Up! Resources for Growing Markets, Value-Added and Local Food Businesses
Learn about the new USDA-funded Northwest and Rocky Mountain Regional Food Business center and how the Center can support your Idaho food/farm business with free technical assistance or a business builder grant.
Buying a Home
This course helps people prepare for homeownership and the home buying process. We will: • Identify the steps in the home buying process including determining readiness, prequalifying, preapprovals, negotiating, making an offer, and closing. • Use calculations to estimate mortgage costs, and Understand the role of professionals in the process. Native Financial Empowerment Training 2024…
Medicare 101 Workshop
Are you approaching the age of 65, or are you assisting family members with their retirement plans? This workshop is tailored for you. A representative from the Idaho Department of Insurance SHIBA will be present to elucidate Medicare and its various components, address any questions you may have, and demystify this healthcare program. In just…